JPH0737669U - Card with recording / playback function - Google Patents

Abstract

(57) [Abstract] [Purpose] Preventing the recording by providing a complicated lock mechanism [Structure] The main sheet 1 has a recording function reproducing section 4, a speaker section 7, a microphone 8, a power battery 5 and a recording switch. Part 1
0 is set. The recording switch unit 10 is operable with the sub-sheet open, and a sheet-shaped covering member is attached to the upper portion.

Description

[Detailed description of the device]

[0001]

[Industrial applications]

 The present invention relates to a card with a recording / playback function, which can prevent erroneous recording without providing a complicated lock mechanism.

[0002]

[Prior art]

 There is known a melodies card in which a sounding IC, a speaker unit, a power supply battery, etc. are arranged on the main seat, and when the sub seat is opened, the switch unit is operated and the sounding IC is driven so that sound can be output from the speaker unit. ing.

[0003]

[Problems to be solved by the device]

 However, this type of conventional melody card has a function of playing a melody pre-entered in the pronunciation IC but not a recording function, so that the caller can freely choose a desired dialogue or melody that the caller wants to convey to the other party. There was a difficulty in recording.

The present invention has been made in view of the above circumstances, and has not only a playback function but also a recording function, and allows the caller to freely record the dialogue or melody that the caller wants to convey to the other party. The purpose is to provide a card that can

[0005]

[Means for Solving the Problems]

 In the present invention, instead of the conventional melody IC, a recording / playback function section using a solid-state memory such as RAM is provided on the main sheet. Further, in addition to the reproduction switch section that controls the reproduction function of the recording and reproduction function section by opening and closing the sub-seat, a recording switch section that can be operated by opening the sub-seat is provided.

[0006]

[Action]

 With this configuration, the sub-sheet can be opened so that the caller can freely record the dialogue or melody that the caller wants to convey to the other party, and after the recording, if the sub-sheet is opened, it is recorded. The sound is played. The recording switch has a structure that can be operated only when the sub-sheet is opened, so that sounds other than those who can open the sub-sheet (donor and recipient) will not accidentally record sound. It was done.

[0007]

【Example】

 An embodiment of the recording / playback function card according to the present invention will be described below. In FIG. 1, reference numeral 1 is a main sheet formed by stacking two upper and lower sheets 1a and 1b on each other, and 2 is a sub-sheet that is openably and closably covered on the main sheet 1. A message suitable for the recipient is written on the main sheet 1, and when the sub sheet 2 is closed, it remains closed unless intentionally opened. Reference numeral 3 denotes a wiring board arranged between the sheets 1a and 1b. The board 3 has a RAM (Random Access Memory) and audio data encoded and stored in the RAM, or encoded. A recording / playback function unit 4 including a converter for calling voice data from the RAM and an amplifier, and a power supply battery 5 are provided. The recording / playback function section 4 changes the recording time depending on the size of the RAM, but it is sufficient if it has the ability to record for 10 to 20 seconds. Reference numeral 7 is a thin plate-shaped speaker section, and 8 is a recording microphone as a voice input section.

Reference numeral 9 denotes a reproduction switch section that controls the reproduction function of the recording / reproduction function section 4 in synchronization with the opening / closing of the sub-seat 2. In this embodiment, it is composed of a light receiving element such as CdS. An interlocking mechanical switch may be used. When CdS is used, the sheet 1b has some translucency. Reference numeral 10 denotes a recording switch portion (see also FIG. 2) for controlling the recording function of the recording / reproducing function portion 4, which is exposed from the hole 6 formed in the seat 1b. The switch unit 10 is composed of a mechanical switch such as a push switch or a slide switch, and can be manually operated when the sub seat 2 is opened. The recording switch section 10 is provided at a substantially central portion of the seat 1 so as not to be erroneously operated. Further, the switch portion 10 is arranged inside the cylindrical spacer 11 so that the sub sheet 2 is closed so that the sub sheet 2 is not misoperated, and the back surface of the sub sheet 2 is not misoperated. A cover sheet 12 made of a hard material for prevention is attached. The cover sheet 12 is not particularly required, and even if it is not present, the erroneous operation can be sufficiently prevented, and if the recording switch part is of the sliding type, the erroneous operation can be reliably prevented only by closing the sub-sheet.

This card has the above-mentioned structure. When the card is purchased, the giver first opens the sub-sheet 2, but at this time, nothing is recorded, and the presenter Can operate the recording switch unit 10 which can be operated with the sub seat 2 open, and record a message to the receiver toward the microphone 8. It is also possible to pre-record a message such as “every time you purchase ...” for monitor use at the time of factory shipment. Of course, this message will be completely erased by the next recording. Characters and designs suitable for the recipient are written on the main sheet 1, and you can write a message by handwriting.

When handwriting or recording of the message to the recipient is completed in this way, the sub-sheet 2 is closed. When the secondary sheet 2 is closed, handwritten or recorded messages are handed to the recipient by putting them in an envelope so that no one other than the recipient can easily understand the message. In this case, you should play it back before sending it to the other party to check if it was recorded correctly. When the other party who receives this opens the sub-sheet 2, the reproduction switch section 9 receives light of a predetermined lux or more and the recording / reproduction function section 4 is driven to reproduce sound from the speaker section 7. In this way, if the recording switch section 10 cannot be operated unless the sub sheet 2 is opened, the other party can hear the reproduced sound at least once when the sub sheet 2 is opened, and the other party can hear the sound once. You will not accidentally make a new recording without listening. Furthermore, since the sub-sheet 2 is placed in an envelope or the like in a closed state and handed to the other party, a third party other than the sender and the recipient opens the card even when sending it to the other party by mail, for example. Since it is not possible to do so, noise will not be recorded by accidentally operating the record button during mailing.

The card according to the present invention makes it possible to operate the recording switch by opening the sub sheet as described above. New recordings can be made by operating the switch section, and messages can be exchanged with each other. Of course, if the receiver side does not want to erase the message on the giver side by making a new recording, it is only necessary to operate the recording switch section. If you want to leave the message semipermanently, the upper surface of the recording switch section 10 You may prevent accidental recording by attaching a sheet sticker to. This may be done before the giver sends it.

In FIG. 3, reference numeral 15 is a reproducing switch section composed of a fixed terminal 15a and a variable terminal 15b having a spring force, and 16 is a recording switch section composed of a membrane switch. The switch section 15 operates in conjunction with opening and closing of the sub seat 2, but the switch section 16 is accepted only when the reproducing switch section 15 is in the ON state, that is, when the sub seat 2 is in the open state. Since it is configured on the circuit, erroneous recording can be prevented by applying any external force with the sub-sheet 2 closed without taking any locking means.

In FIG. 4 a, a first sub-sheet 2 and a second sub-sheet 17 are provided on both sides of the main seat 1 so as to be openable and closable. The second sub-sheet 17 cannot be opened unless the first sub-sheet 2 is opened, and when the second sub-sheet 17 is opened, the slide type recording switch section 18 can be operated.

The recording function unit 4, the speaker 7, the microphone 8 and the like are the same as those in the above-mentioned embodiment, and are arranged between the seats 1 a and 1 b forming the main seat 1. The sheet 1b has an opening 19 for exposing the recording switch section 18. As in this example, the card may be folded in two or more, in which case, for example, if the giver does not want to be recorded by another person, including the receiver (if he wants to leave only his message semipermanently). ), The second sub-sheet 17 and the main sheet 1 are adhered to each other by a seal 20 or the like so that the recording switch section 18 cannot be operated.

In FIGS. 5A and 5B, reference numeral 21 is an envelope-shaped main sheet, 22 is a sub-sheet that is stored in and out of the main sheet 21, and 23 is a cover sheet that protects each element 4-9. Is. A window 24 is provided on the upper surface of the main sheet 21 for exposing the destination written on the sub-sheet 22, and an opening 25 is provided on the cover sheet 23 for exposing the recording switch 10 so that it can be operated. Is opened, the sub sheet 22 can be taken out from the main sheet 21 and operated by operating the switch unit 10, and the recorded voice can be reproduced by taking out the sub sheet 22.

[0016]

[Effect of device]

 As described above, in the card according to the present invention, the main sheet 1 is provided with the recording / playback function section 4 having the recording function and the playback function, and the subsheet 2 is opened / closed to play back the recording / playback function section 4. Since a reproduction switch section 9 for controlling the voice and a recording switch section 10 that can be operated by opening the sub-sheet 2 are provided, the caller can freely send a desired dialogue or melody to the other party. Can be recorded. In particular, by making the recording switch 10 operable with the sub-sheet 2 open, the other party who receives the card can record the voice recorded at least once when the sub-sheet 2 is opened. Even if the other party makes a mistake after opening the card, the message will not be transmitted at all, especially when the card is sent in an envelope etc. by mail etc. Since the envelope has the effect of preventing opening and closing, it is possible to reliably prevent erroneous operation of the recording switch unit 10 and erroneous recording of noise during mailing.

[Submission date] May 30, 1994

[Procedure Amendment 1]

[Document name to be amended] Statement

[Correction target item name] Full text

[Correction method] Change

[Correction content]

[Detailed description of the device]

[0001]

[Industrial applications]

 The present invention relates to a card with a recording / playback function, which can prevent erroneous recording without providing a complicated lock mechanism.

[0002]

[Prior art]

 A melody card is known in which a sounding IC, a speaker unit, a power supply battery, etc. are arranged on the main seat, and when the sub seat is opened, the switch unit is operated and the sounding IC is driven, and sound can be output from the speaker unit. . In addition, some conventional melody cards of this type have not only a playback function but also a recording function that allows the caller to freely record their favorite lines and sounds.

By the way, when the melody card is provided with a recording function, it is necessary to prevent erroneous recording, and as a means therefor, recording is performed with the door of the card closed as shown in Japanese Utility Model Laid-Open No. 60-47051. It is possible to make it impossible, or to make the recording permanently cut off by completely disconnecting the recording section once it is recorded.

[0004]

[Problems to be solved by the device]

 However, the conventional configuration has drawbacks such that the effect of preventing erroneous recording is incomplete, and conversely re-recording is impossible. Of course, it is possible to apply a mechanical lock mechanism to a recording switch in a card, which is applied to a normal switch. The locking mechanism significantly restricts the overall design, and in the case of this type of card, it is not only handled by the purchaser of the product, but also by the receiver who has no prior knowledge of the product. Even if there was a mechanism, if it was in a state where it could be handled freely with the unlock mechanism, it could be inadvertently unlocked and erroneous recording might occur, which was not perfect.

The present invention has been made in view of the above circumstances, and it is possible to realize extremely reliable erroneous recording prevention without impairing the design as a card and to easily re-record as needed. The purpose is to provide a card with a recording / playback function.

[0006]

[Means for Solving the Problems]

 In the present invention, instead of the conventional melody IC, a recording / playback function section using a solid-state memory such as RAM is arranged on the main sheet. Further, in addition to the reproducing switch section for controlling the reproducing function of the recording / reproducing function section by opening and closing the sub seat, a recording switch section which can be operated by opening the sub sheet is provided. Furthermore, a sheet-shaped covering member can be attached on top of the recording switch.

[0007]

[Action]

 With this configuration, the sub-sheet can be opened so that the caller can freely record the dialogue or melody that the caller wants to convey to the other party, and after recording, if the sub-sheet is opened, the recorded voice can be recorded. Is trying to be played. Since a sheet-shaped covering member is freely attached to the upper part of the recording switch section, the purchaser on the gift side operates the recording switch section to complete the recording, and the sheet-like covering member If it is attached to the top, the receiver cannot directly touch the recording switch, and since the covering material is a sheet, there is little discomfort on the card and the recording switch for general receivers. Even if there is no part, it is possible to reliably prevent erroneous recording.

[0008]

【Example】

 An embodiment of the recording / playback function card according to the present invention will be described below. In FIG. 1, reference numeral 1 is a main sheet formed by stacking two upper and lower sheets 1a and 1b on each other, and 2 is a sub-sheet that is openably and closably covered on the main sheet 1. A message suitable for the recipient is written on the main sheet 1, and when the sub sheet 2 is closed, it remains closed unless intentionally opened. Reference numeral 3 denotes a wiring board disposed between the sheets 1a and 1b. The board 3 has a RAM (random access memory) and audio data encoded and stored in the RAM, or encoded. A recording / playback function unit 4 including a converter for calling voice data from the RAM and an amplifier, and a power supply battery 5 are provided. The recording / playback function unit 4 changes the recording time depending on the size of the RAM, but it is sufficient if it has the ability to record for 10 to 20 seconds. Reference numeral 7 is a thin plate-shaped speaker section, and 8 is a recording microphone as a voice input section.

Reference numeral 9 denotes a reproduction switch section that controls the reproduction function of the recording / reproduction function section 4 in synchronization with the opening and closing of the sub-seat 2. In this embodiment, the reproduction switch section is composed of a light receiving element such as CdS. A mechanical switch interlocked with may be used. When CdS is used, the sheet 1b has some translucency. Reference numeral 10 denotes a recording switch section for controlling the recording function of the recording / reproducing function section 4 (see also FIG. 2), which is exposed from the hole 6 formed in the seat 1b. The switch portion 10 is composed of a mechanical switch such as a push switch or a slide switch, and can be manually operated when the sub seat 2 is opened. The recording switch section 10 is provided at a substantially central portion of the sheet 1 so as not to be erroneously operated. A sheet-like sticker S as a covering material can be attached to the upper surface of the recording switch unit 10 and once the sticker S is attached, the recording switch unit 10 can be opened even when the sub-sheet 2 is opened. The operation is guarded so that it cannot be operated immediately.

In particular, if the recording switch unit 10 is of a slide type, erroneous operation can be reliably prevented without using the sheet-like seal S as a flexible member. Further, the switch portion 10 is arranged inside the cylindrical spacer 11 so that the sub sheet 2 is closed so as not to be erroneously operated from above, and the back surface of the sub sheet 2 is erroneously operated. A cover sheet 12 made of a hard material for prevention is attached. This cover sheet 12 is not particularly necessary, and even if it does not exist, it is possible to sufficiently prevent erroneous operation, and if the recording switch part is a slide type, erroneous operation can be ensured simply by closing the sub-sheet. It can be prevented.

This card is configured as described above, and when the card is purchased, the giver first of all opens the sub sheet 2, but at this time, nothing has been recorded and the giver Can open the sub-sheet 2 and operate the recording switch section 10 to which the sheet-like sticker S is not attached to record a message for the receiver toward the microphone 8. It is also possible to pre-record a message such as "every time you buy ..." for the monitor at the time of factory shipment. Of course, this message will be completely erased by the next recording. Characters and designs suitable for the recipient are written on the main sheet 1, and you can write a message by handwriting.

When handwriting or recording of the message to the receiver is completed in this manner, a sheet-like seal S as a covering member is attached to prevent the other party from making an erroneous recording. When the sub-sheet 2 is closed, handwritten or recorded messages are handed to the recipient by putting them in an envelope so that no one other than the recipient can easily understand them. In this case, you should play it back before sending it to the other party to check if it was recorded correctly. When the other party who receives this opens the sub-sheet 2, the reproduction switch section 9 receives light of a predetermined lux or more and the recording / reproduction function section 4 is driven to reproduce the sound from the speaker section 7. At this time, if the sheet-like sticker S is attached to the upper part of the recording switch section 10, the sheet-like sticker S has both a physical guard function and a concealing function of the recording switch section 10, so that the receiver is Since the recording switch unit 10 is not directly touched and its existence is not recognized, the possibility of erroneous operation is extremely small. Further, since the sheet-like sticker S can be attached to the upper part of the recording switch section 10, the receiver can intentionally peel it off, and the receiver can re-record as necessary.

As described above, in the card according to the present invention, since the sheet-shaped seal S, which is a sheet-like covering member, can be attached to the upper portion of the recording switch portion, the guard function and the concealing function of the recording switch portion are combined. By holding it, the recording can be reliably prevented, and since it is sheet-shaped, the thickness is not bulky and the designability as a card is not impaired. Furthermore, since it can be attached freely, the recipient can open the playback message and then operate the recording switch section to make a new recording if necessary, and exchange messages with each other. It is also possible.

In FIG. 3A, a first sub-sheet 2 and a second sub-sheet S corresponding to a covering member of the present invention are provided on both sides of the main sheet 1 so as to be openable and closable. When the second sub-sheet S is opened, the slide type recording switch section 18 can be operated. The second sub-sheet S can be attached to the upper portion of the main sheet 1 having the recording switch section 18 depending on the usage.

The recording function unit 4, the speaker 7, the microphone 8 and the like are the same as those in the above-described embodiment, and are arranged between the sheets 1 a and 1 b forming the main sheet 1. The sheet 1b has an opening 19 for exposing the recording switch section 18. The second sub-sheet S, which is a covering member as in this embodiment, is not limited to covering only the recording switch section 18 and may cover the entire main sheet 1. In this case, for example, If the side does not want to be recorded by another person including the receiver (when he / she wants to leave only his / her own message semi-permanently), the second sub-sheet S and the main sheet 1 are adhered by a sticker 20 and the recording switch section 18 is It is possible not to operate.

[0016]

[Effect of device]

 As described above, in the card according to the present invention, the main sheet 1 is provided with the recording / playback function section 4, the speaker section 7, the microphone 8, the power supply battery 5, and the recording switch section 10, and the sub-seat 2 is opened and closed. In a card with a recording / playback function, which is provided with a playback switch section 9 for controlling the playback of the recording / playback function section 4 in conjunction with each other, a sheet-like covering member S can be attached on the upper recording sound switch section 10. Therefore, the caller can freely record the desired dialogue or melody that he wants to convey to the other party. In particular, since the covering member S can be adhered to the upper portion of the recording switch unit 10, the covering member S exerts the effect of the guard function and the concealing function of the recording switch unit 10, and there is no information about the card with the recording / reproducing function. Even if the recipient does not have the function, the main purpose of playing the message can be achieved very smoothly without any erroneous operation. Of course, while preventing erroneous operation of the recording switch section 10, there is no adverse effect on the design and thinning of the card, which is extremely convenient. Furthermore, since the covering member S can be attached, re-recording is allowed if necessary, and the giver's recording can be redone and can be used for exchanging messages.

[Brief description of drawings]

FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a recording / playback function card according to an embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 2 is a sectional view of a recording / playback function card according to an embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 3 is a perspective view of a recording / playback function card according to another embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 4A is a perspective view of a recording / playback function card according to another embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 4B is a sectional view of a recording / playback function card according to another embodiment of the present invention.

5A is a perspective view of a recording / playback function card according to another embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 5B is a sectional view of a recording / playback function card according to another embodiment of the present invention.

[Explanation of symbols]

 1 Main Sheet 2 Sub-Sheet 4 Recording Re-Function Section 6 Power Battery 7 Speaker Section 8 Audio Input Section 9 Playback Switch Section 10 Recording Switch Section 15 Playback Switch Section 16 Recording Switch Section 17 Sub-Sheet 18 Recording Switch Section 21 Main seat 22 Sub seat

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[Procedure amendment]

[Submission date] May 30, 1994

[Procedure Amendment 1]

[Document name to be amended] Statement

[Correction target item name] Full text

[Correction method] Change

[Correction content]

[Document name] Statement

[Name of device] Card with recording / playback function

[Scope of utility model registration request]

[Brief description of drawings]

FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a recording / playback function card according to an embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 2 is a sectional view of a recording / playback function card according to an embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 3A is a perspective view of a recording / playback function card according to another embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 3B is a sectional view of a recording / playback function card according to another embodiment of the present invention.

[Explanation of symbols] 1 main sheet 2 sub-sheet 4 recording re-function unit 6 power battery 7 speaker unit 8 audio input unit 9 reproduction switch unit 10 recording switch unit 15 reproduction switch unit 16 recording switch unit 17 sub-sheet 18 Recording switch 21 Main sheet 22 Sub sheet S Covering material

[Procedure Amendment 2]

[Document name to be corrected] Drawing

[Correction target item name] All drawings

[Correction method] Change

[Correction content]

[Figure 1]

[Fig. 2]

[Figure 3]

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Claims (1)

[Scope of utility model registration request] 1. A recording / playback function section 4, a speaker section 7, a microphone 8, a power supply battery 5, and a recording switch section 10 are arranged on the main seat 1, and the recording / playback function is linked with opening / closing of the sub-seat 2. A recording / playback function card provided with a playback switch section 9 for controlling playback of the section 4 with a recording / playback function, characterized in that a sheet-like covering member is pasted on the recording switch section 10. card.